Senate approves payroll tax cut; House next

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate on Friday approved a two-month renewal of payroll tax cuts for every American worker and unemployment benefits for millions, steering President Barack Obama toward a convincing victory over Republicans controlling the House. The measure, expected to be cleared for Obama ...

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